Carson SA-441-83FX - Manual (Page 8)

TB0335B Page 8 of 10 10/18/03
SERVICE
This unit is designed to provide years of reliable service under even the worst conditions. Many times there may
appear to be a problem with the unit when the true problem is in the speaker(s) or improper installation. The following
chart shows typical symptoms and possible causes.
A blown panel fuse(s) doesn't necessarily mean that the unit is bad. If a speaker or speaker lead is shorted this fuse
will blow before the unit is damaged. Disconnect the SPKR leads and replace the fuse. If the siren emits a sound
when in the Yelp position it is OK. Check the speaker(s) or leads for possible shorting.
Note: Older versions of this amplifier unit used one 20AMP fuse to supply both internal amplifiers. This means that if
one internal amplifier output is shorted and blows the fuse, the other internal amplifier will also lose power even though
it may be fine. Be sure to check both amplifier unit outputs for shorted wiring or speaker.
PROBLEMS
Symptom Possible Cause Check
No Power or siren output Power switch not turned on
Bad Speaker
Connector or connections loose
Panel fuse(s) blown
Loose connection at power source
Does backlighting come on?
Do you hear a “pop” when turned on?
With siren on, yelp selected, listen for tone in
amplifier.
Is an external fuse or circuit breaker used?
Are the power leads connected to a good buss?
No siren tone –
PA works High Voltage Protection
Mic Button stuck The input voltage must be less than highest rating.
Does Mic Button release properly?
No PA PA volume not set properly Try turning the PA volume control.
Distorted siren sound Speaker assembly loose
Intermittent Aux Input connection
Low Vehicle voltage Is the speaker bell or tip loose?
Is the Aux Input used and wired properly?
The input voltage must be greater than lowest rating.
Intermittent siren tone High Voltage Protection
Connector loose
Loose connection at power source
Mic Button activation
Circuit breaker in supply
connection Is the vehicle voltage regulator working properly?
Is the connector tight on the back of the unit?
Check for loose leads back to power source.
Is something lying on the microphone?
Is a circuit breaker used with at least 50A rating?
Horn or manual stuck on Siren switch stuck
Aux Input improperly connected Does the Siren pushbutton switch return fully when
released?
Is the Aux Input used and wired properly?
No Radio Unit not connected to a radio
Radio volume too low Is the radio connected properly to the unit?
Can you hear the radio in the vehicle?
Try adjusting the internal radio volume control.
Wrong siren tone Ground system noise Are control head and amplifier connected to good
ground?
Dual mode switch does
not work Only one internal amplifier works
One speaker damaged Is one fuse on the amplifier blown?
Try replacing the speaker.
RETURN
If you have any questions concerning this or any other Carson product, please contact our Technical Service
Department at (888) 577-6877. Many issues can be handled over the phone. We can also be reached via e-mail at
[email protected]
If a product must be returned for any reason, please contact our Technical Service Department to obtain a Returned
Merchandise Authorization number (RMA#) before you ship the product to Carson. Please write the RMA# clearly on
the package near the mailing label. Be sure to provide a return address, contact and phone number, along with a brief
description of the problem.